Review of Kind Hearts and Coronets (1949) by Chris M — 24 Sep 2007

Comfort viewing. And the inimitable Alec Guinness.

This review of Kind Hearts and Coronets (1949) was written by Chris M on 24 Sep 2007.

Kind Hearts and Coronets has generally received very positive reviews.

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